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29 May 2020
--- Throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic, PackagingInsights is dedicated to bringing its readers all the latest and most relevant industry updates. Visit this daily news feed for the coronavirus information and insights you...
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22 May 2020
--- This week in packaging, Smurfit Kappa signed a commitment to align its CO2 reduction target with the Science Based Target (SBT) initiative. SBT will validate that Smurfit Kappa’s CO2 target is aligned with the Paris...
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18 May 2020
--- European environmental NGOs are amplifying their concerns regarding the consequences of failing to implement the separate collection of single-use plastic bottles via deposit return systems (DRS) as recommended by the EU...
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15 May 2020
--- This week in packaging, e-commerce packaging specialist Pregis introduced methods to measure the environmental impact of products damaged during transit, including electricity, forestry, natural gas, gasoline, solid waste,...
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11 May 2020
--- German jam brand Garten Freund by Schwartau welcomes the spring season with a new special edition packaging design, depicting regional fruit, flowers and butterflies, created by design agency Hajok. Containing a packet of...
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Business as usual? Krones’ virtual exhibition brings circular beverage solutions to digital desktops
30 Apr 2020
--- COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of industry events but German packaging and bottling machine manufacturer Krones has kept its doors wide open – virtually. From 28-30 April, Krones has welcomed visitors to its...
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24 Apr 2020
--- This week in packaging news, Smurfit Kappa equipped Fée Nature with its BIB 700 automatic machine to package the company’s seasonal birch sap. Meanwhile, Syntegon has a host of novel packaging systems for powder...
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17 Apr 2020
--- The rich flavors of Italian Pietra dei Venti’s olive oil are reflected in the brand’s newly designed labels. Illustrations of olive trees and leaves were substituted for elegant yet straightforward monochromatic...
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17 Jan 2020
--- This week in packaging, Stora Enso Intelligent Packaging introduced the first sustainable RAIN Radio-frequency identification (RFID) labels. Meanwhile, Stora Enso is also collaborating with Finnish dairy company Valio to...
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12 Dec 2019
--- Recyclable, reusable, biodegradable, compostable or plain eco-friendly, sustainability trends are sweeping the packaging industry. In light of the growing global concern for the natural environment, sustainability is an...
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19 Nov 2019
--- Filling and packaging systems manufacturer for the beverage, food and non-food industries KHS showcased several advanced packaging concepts during BrauBeviale 2019 in Nuremberg, Germany. Notably, the German supplier...
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12 Nov 2019
--- At CpHI Worldwide 2019, glass and plastic pharma packaging producer Bormioli Pharma showcased several new packaging prototypes to address four key trends – usability, traceability, connectivity and sustainability. The...
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26 Sep 2019
--- Marketed as the “first and largest zero-waste lifestyle shop,” Package Free has announced a US$4.5 million seed round led by Primary Venture Partners to grow the brand and begin manufacturing its own sustainable...
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19 Sep 2019
--- The drive for increased environmental sustainability in packaging was once again top of the agenda at Packaging Innovations in London, UK. Private and public concern for the rising tide of global plastic pollution has...
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06 Sep 2019
--- In packaging news this week, butter brand Lurpak launched its first block packaging innovation since 1957. Known as “Butterbox,” the new design is a convenient reclosable box that addresses the consumer barriers...
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03 Sep 2019
--- Ahead of Packaging Innovations 2019 in London next week, PackagingInsights speaks to Nick Brown, Head of Sustainability for Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), about the multifaceted challenge of increased environmental...
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15 Aug 2019
--- Farmdrop, a UK online grocer with a focus on food sourced by local farmers, fisheries and other producers, has launched its new Made By Farmdrop range of pre-prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner meals made with seasonal...
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09 Aug 2019
--- This week in packaging, Ampacet introduced a metal detectable masterbatch for plastic, 1000818-E, that aids in the detection of plastic containments. The masterbatch can result in enhanced food safety and minimized food...
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07 Aug 2019
--- Food and drink packaging company Aegg has extended its glass food packaging offerings, capitalizing on the sustainability trend. The four new ranges include glass jars and bottles for food; glass bottles for soft drinks,...
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06 Aug 2019
--- Californian wine brand Böen, part of Copper Cane Wines & Provisions by Joseph Wagner, has become the first wine brand in the US to deploy full-scale, Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology. This new technology,...
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